The Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the next exhibition, titled Waldemar Brodhurst – Wire Art/Crucian Stories on view from Feb. 7 to March 22.
The opening reception is Friday, Feb. 7 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. with live music by four members of the Los Maestros Band at 5:30 pm and small bites provided by Waldemar Brodhurst and his son.
Waldemar Brodhurst’s works
Waldemar Brodhurst is an artist born and raised on St. Croix whose artwork is made from found and recycled materials. His subjects, human, animal and folkloric, are infused with their own unique vitality and self-expression. Waldemar is a fourth generation Brodhurst of Danish, Puerto Rican and Afro-Caribbean decent. His work is deeply rooted in and created from stories derived from his lived experience as a Crucian community member. Cultural and historical icons appear regularly in life sized forms and in small table-top iterations of Moko Jumbies and the Three Queens of St. Croix’s historical Fire Burn. Revered environmental favorites such as turtles, birds, and iguanas are celebrated through thoughtful wire forms with glimmering sea glass eyes. Fairies and mermaids appear in small glimpses of play or life-sized figures demanding respect and honor through their depictions of beauty and sensuality.
Waldemar first began expressing himself through art after his mother’s death, which deeply affected him. He found the ability to channel and release his feelings into sculptures. His work, and the man himself, are a testament to the transformative power of art. The first sculptures were small, hand-held explorations but his popularity and artistic vision quickly grew. Today, his energized work can be seen all over the island and the world in public spaces and private collections with sculptures reaching 10 feet or more. But it is in his female figures that we see a deeply held respect and admiration for the strength of women. These expressions were formed by the courage he witnessed in his own mother.
The work of Waldemar Brodhurst is being celebrated at CMCArts in the solo exhibition Wire Art/Crucian Stories on view from Feb. 7 through March 22.
An exhibition catalog capturing this exhibition will be available at the CMCArts museum store and at cmcarts.org in the coming weeks.
The showcase features artwork for sale that directly supports the educational exhibition programming of CMCArts and our local artists.
Please watch cmcarts.org for workshop opportunities provided by Waldemar Brodhurst during the course of this showcase.
The hybrid “Rooted in Community – Agricultural and Fisheries Public Forum” will be Tuesday, Feb 11, at 6 p.m. on St. Thomas.
The Local Food and Farm Council (LFFC), hosted with and featuring Senate President Milton E. Potter, invites farmers, fishers and local community members to attend the “Rooted in Community – Agricultural and Fisheries Public Forum” on Tuesday, February 11 at 6 pm AST at the University of the Virgin Islands (UVI), St. Thomas. The forum will facilitate critical discussions on the future of agriculture and fisheries in the territory, centering on sustainability, policy development, and community engagement. Specifically it will focus on gaining feedback from fishers and farmers regarding their needs, opportunities, challenges and concerns related to a proposed farmers’ market on the eastern side of St. Thomas. Registration for the event begins at 5:30 pm AST. In-person and virtual attendance is available.
Rooted in Community – Agricultural and Fisheries Public Forum Details:
Location: University of the Virgin Islands, UVI 13D Research and Strategy Innovation Center, No. 2 John Brewers Bay, St. Thomas
Date: Tuesday, Feb. 11
Registration: 5:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. AST
Event Time: 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. AST
Pre-register: (340) 693-1003 or vilocalfoodandfarmcouncil@doa.vi.gov
Link for Virtual: bit.ly/RootedForumFeb11 or https://uvi-edu.zoom.us/j/99827829428
(Meeting ID: 998 2782 9428)
The LFFC is charged with guiding the execution of the U.S. Virgin Island’s Agricultural Plan, with the goal of advancing food security in the territory. Senator President Potter attended a recent LFFC meeting, where he actively engaged with members on key issues impacting the agriculture and fisheries sectors. His continued involvement in this forum underscores his commitment to strengthening these industries and building collaboration between policymakers, industry professionals, and local stakeholders.
The Local Food and Farm Council is made up of 16 members: Co-chairs Dr. Louis E. Petersen, Jr., Commissioner, Department of Agriculture and Dr. Safiya George, President, UVI; Dr. Usman Adamu, Dean and Director of the School of Agriculture, UVI; Dr. Dionne Wells-Hedrington, Commissioner, Department of Education (VIDE); Jean-Pierre L. Oriol, Commissioner, DPNR; Wayne L. Biggs Jr., CEO, USVI Economic
Development Authority; Honorary Farm Members Abeba Sellassie, Ityopia Rootz Farm; Dr. Nate Olive, Ridge to Reef Farm; Edmon Titre, New Breed Farm; Royce Creque, Greenridge Guavaberry Farm; Honorary Fisher Members Winston Ledee and Mavel Maldonado; VIDE Designees Dr. Renee Charleswell, Deputy Commissioner of Curriculum and Instruction, VIDE, and Harith Wickrema, President, Island Green Living; and DPNR Designees Dr. Nicole Angeli, Director of Fish & Wildlife, DPNR and Dr. Sennai Habtes, Bureau Chief, Fisheries, DPNR.
For more information on LFFC programming, please visit www.vilocalfoodandfarmcouncil.org. To share feedback, please contact 340-693-1003 or vilocalfoodandfarmcouncil@doa.vi.gov.
The U.S. Virgin Islands Soccer Federation is proud to announce the participation of the USVI U-17 Men’s National Team in the upcoming 2025 Concacaf Under-17 Qualifiers in Costa Rica.
Our young and talented squad will compete against the United States, Cuba, and St. Kitts & Nevis as they strive to make their mark on the international stage.
The team departs tomorrow for Costa Rica, with their first match scheduled for February 10, 2025. Representingthe USVI with pride and determination, our players have been training tirelessly in preparation for this importanttournament.
The USVI U-17 Men’s National Team roster includes Caden Cox, Ezequiel Rawlins, Kenji Nieves, Maliek Southwell, Cai Gwilliam, Taj Alexander, Nicolas Pichardo, Khafri Francios, Kimani Peters, Kallen Payne, DarnellJohn, Yannic Elizee, Aaron Delsol, Bryce Richardson, Avon King, Kolebert Daisley, Matthew Day Jr., Dylan Berry,Connor Bass, and Toryn Penders. These young athletes will be led by Head Coach Dante Nicholas, alongsideassistant coaches Raejae Joseph and Aubin Atemazem, Fitness Coach Stefan Theophilus, Physiotherapist KirkGoldson, Equipment Manager Davie Bannis, and Goalkeeper Coach Whelan Joseph.
The USVISF extends its best wishes to our players and staff as they embark on this exciting journey. Their dedication, hard work, and commitment to representing the USVI on the regional stage is commendable.
We encourage our community, supporters, and football enthusiasts to rally behind our young team as they compete against some of the best talent in Concacaf. Stay tuned for updates, match results, and highlights as we cheer on the USVI U-17 Men’s National Team!
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The St. Croix Federation of Teachers Local 1826 union announces three $1,500 one-time scholarships for highh school seniors studying under American Federation of Teachers instructors.
Qualifying students can get details through their school guidance counselor or the union office at 340-778-4414.
Deadline for application submission is March 28 at 3 p.m.
The V.I. Department of Agriculture’s Saturday Farmers Market, usually held on the Rudolph E. Schulterbrandt Agriculture Complex, will be temporarilyrelocated to the LaReine Farmers Market during the month of February.
VIDA would like to thank the local community for supporting local farmers andother vendors. The VIDA team looks forward to serving Saturday Farmers Marketpatrons at the LaReine Farmer’s Market on the Feb. 8, Feb. 15, and Feb. 22 from 4:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Saturday Farmers Market will resume operationsat the Rudoph E. Schulterbrandt Agriculture Complex on Saturday, March 1.
The Department would also like to thank all Saturday Farmers Market vendors fortheir cooperation in preparing for the upcoming 2025 Agriculture and Food Fair.
For more information, please contact VIDA’s Marketing Program ManagerMaxine Richards at lmaxine.richards@doa.vi.gov.
Assistant Administrator of Courts, Miguel Tricoche, would like to inform members of the Virgin Islands Bar Association and the general public, that the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands located at R.H. Amphlett Leader Justice Complex in the District of St. Croix, will be closed as of 1:30 pm today, Feb. 5 due to a water service interruption.
We anticipate normal operations will resume tomorrow, Thursday.
This closure does not affect electronic filing in the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands. The public is further reminded that basic case information can be accessed online via the public access portal at http://usvipublicaccess.vicourts.org, and that citations may be paid through the online payment portal at http://www.paymentsvicourts.org
Ian Livingston George, aka “Chubby” of Estate Strawberry, formerly of Willikies, Antigua, transitioned into eternal life on Jan. 24. He was 80 years old.Ian Livingston George
He was preceded in death by his grandchild, Brittany Smith.
He is survived by his spouse, Coralie George; daughter, Vida George, Alicia George, Keverine George; son, Craig George; grandchildren, Yvonnjia, LaTavia, Breanna Benjamin, Kiara & Khaiel James, Jalen & Jayla Newton, Joshua Fletcher, Anthony Smith; great-grandchild, Kaelynn Iles; sister, Veda Joseph Ryan; brother, Garfield Joseph; nieces, Joyann Joseph George, Marsha Joseph, Agnes Ryan, Avlyn Ryan Thomas; nephew, Curtis Joseph, Orson Joseph, Ricky Ryan, Ronald Ryan; daughter-in-law, Elizabeth “Liz” Smith; sons-in-law, Enrique James, Kenneth Milligan; brothers-in-law, Gabriel Ryan, James “Junie” Caesar, Melvin Caesar, Paul Caesar; sisters-in-law, Hillicent Joseph, Julette Caesar, Maralyn Caesar, Olga Caesar Claxton, Lorna Caesar, Valma Caesar, Corine Lewis, Georgette Fredrick; godchild, Basil “Junie” Joseph; cousins and other relatives, Lerlene Arrindell and family, Robertine Daniel and family, Ethney Thomas and family, Terrance Thomas and family, Horace Coates and family, Austin Jacobs and family, Keith Joyce and family, Lagoon Beach Crew; special friends, Sarah and Marty McCambridge, Ralph Hazelwood, Roxy Monica and Bernard Jacobs, Jance and Bentley Cornelius, Cusa Christian and family, Joan Hill, Ruthlyn and Glen Matthew, Mitchell and Lorraine Matthew, Donna Lewis, Jacinth Greenidge, Muriel Lynch, Mavelyn Jeffers, Claxton, Olga, Yvonne Joseph, Ada Heath, Esther Joseph and family, Cora Straker and family; other close friends and family too numerous to mention.
Funeral service will be held on Feb. 25 at St. John’s Anglican Church. Viewing starts at 9 a.m. and service 10 a.m. Interment to be held at St. Johns’s church yard cemetery.
Professional services entrusted to James Memorial Funeral Home, Inc.
Education officials hope to quell problems via a new “If You Know Something Say Something” hotline.
The Virgin Islands Department of Education Compliance Line is an anonymous helpline through an outside company that is staffed by trained professionals for students, employees, or anyone to report any wrongdoing or concerns to include: theft, child abuse, bullying, campus threats, fraud etc. The line is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, safely, and confidentially. Call or text the word “report” to 1-800-403-2461 or visit videcomplianceline.com.
You can remain anonymous.
If you know something, say something.
With a profound sense of loss, the family announces the passing of our beloved mother Beril V. Smith, 91 years old, better known as “Ma” on Jan. 20.
Beril V. Smith
She was born on the island of St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands.
She was preceded in death by her parents, George O Smith and Ethel A. Powell-Thompson. Sons Alfred “Supa Drake” Brown, Kelvin “Atiba” Thomas and Kenneth “Kenny Makuba” Thomas. Grandson Ashem Mahoney. She is survived by her daughters Sandra “Sandy” Potter, Deborah “Debbie” Thomas, Barbara “Thinner” Thomas, Celise “Asika” Mahoney, Felise “Tutux-Toots” Thomas and her son Kennard “Tinbal” Smith. Grandsons Bahutu O’Neal, Ajaka “A.J.” Chesterfield, Abdul O’Neal, NaShawn “Nash Man” Christopher, Dennis “Dyce” Mahoney, Xavier Johnson (adopted), Ricardo “Juney” Webster Jr. (adopted), Kenneth Thomas and JahHaile “Haile” Coakley. Granddaughters Kisha Washington, Rashida O ‘Neal, Latoya Robles, NeCole Evans, LaToi Toi” Hedrington, Chante Thomas, Kia”Kiki” Thomas, Jahkyda Coakley, Tyeba Faucett (Adopted) and Kyana Thomas. 17 great-grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.
The first viewing is on Friday, Feb. 21. from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Turnbull Funeral Home and Crematory. The life-and-home-going service will be Saturday, Feb. 22 at the Word of Faith International Christian Center (formerly the Old Mill location).
Viewing is from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Service starts at 10 a.m. Interment will be at the Western Cemetery #3.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Turnbull Funeral Home and Crematory Services.
As of Monday, St. Croix had recorded two dengue cases in 2025. By Tuesday, that number had risen to 14, according to Dr. Esther Ellis, the Virgin Islands Health Department’s epidemiologist. She noted that one provider reported 12 cases, while the remaining two came from another source.
“Yes, this is an outbreak,” she told the Source.
Ellis said that within the last 12 months, there have been 51 cases on St. Croix, 39 reported on St. John and 105 for St. Thomas and Water Island.
Dengue infections on St. Thomas, St. John, and Water Island reached their highest levels last August, while St. Croix has yet to do so. Ellis expects the number of cases to decline once that point is reached.
Dengue fever symptoms can vary from mild to severe and, in some cases, may be life-threatening. According to the DOH website, common symptoms include fever, pain behind the eyes, muscle, joint, or bone pain, nausea, vomiting, and rash. Individuals experiencing these symptoms should consult a doctor and undergo a blood test to confirm the presence of the virus.
Dengue is most often transmitted by an infected female Aedes aegypti mosquito. Ellis advises taking precautions to avoid bites, especially at dawn and dusk, by wearing long sleeves and pants. Additionally, people should apply insect repellent to exposed skin (except for infants under two months old), repair any holes in window screens, and eliminate standing water around the home, as mosquitoes typically lay their eggs in such areas.
The Aedes aegypti mosquito is small and dark, with white bands on its legs and a silver-white scale pattern on its body. It becomes infected by feeding on an infected person’s blood and can then transmit the virus to others. Once infected, the mosquito can spread the virus for the rest of its life.
The World Health Organization says the dengue virus is endemic, occurring regularly in tropical and subtropical climates.
